Brendan Rodgers resigns as Celtic manager

Brendan Rodgers has resigned as manager of Celtic, the club have announced.

The champions had made a disappointing start to their Scottish Premiership campaign, trailing leaders Hearts by eight points after nine games.

The club said in a statement on Monday evening, the Northern Irishman had resigned from his role.

They added that former boss Marin O'Neill, along with former Hoops star Shaun Maloney, will take over on an interim basis.

'Process to appoint a new permanent manager is underway'

A statement read: "Celtic Football Club can confirm that football manager Brendan Rodgers has today tendered his resignation. It has been accepted by the club and Brendan will leave his role with immediate effect.

"The club appreciates Brendan's contribution to Celtic during his two very successful periods at the club.

"Brendan leaves Celtic with our thanks for the role he has played during a period of continued success for the club and we wish him further success in the future.

"The process to appoint a new permanent manager is underway and the Club will update supporters further on this as soon as possible.

"We are pleased that during this interim period, former Celtic manager, Martin O'Neill and former Celtic player, Shaun Maloney have agreed to take charge of Celtic first-team matters. Further details will be confirmed shortly."

Celtic suffered a 3-1 defeat away to Hearts on Sunday. They will play Falkirk next at home on Wednesday evening.

There had been growing discontent among Celtic fans this season over a perceived lack of investment in the squad.

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